Please join Kathryn at Depot Bookstore and Cafe in Mill Valley on Thursday, October 25th from 1:00-3:00PM for an Author Meet and Greet!The Depot Bookstore is in downtown Mill Valley at the corner of Throckmorton and Miller. We look forward to seeing you there!

This is a big month for Baker Creek Seed Bank–it’s The Seed Bank’s Two-Year Anniversary of being in business! On Sunday, June 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. join folks at the store for a full day of celebration. In addition to the hundreds of rare heirloom seed varieties they always have in stock, their extensive sustainable farming and organic gardening books, their carefully-crafted, English-made gardening tools–perhaps a perfect Father’s Day offering–they will be visited by a long list of local purveyors of garden-themed goodies and more. There’ll be something for everyone, including goodies to taste from Good Faith Olive Farm, Wine Country Kitchens, PreserveSonoma, Angelo’s Wine Country Deli, Nana Mae’s Organics, and Straus Family Creamery.
It’s also an opportunity to meet some of the local folks who create their garden-themed gifts and artwork, including Jan Kalyani Lochner, famous for her pressed-flower note cards, photographer Chuck Phillips, who photographs all things “nature,” and the accomplished artist behind Gordes by Hedda. Additionally, Kathryn Hall, author of Plant Whatever Brings You Joy: Blessed Wisdom from the Garden will be on hand from noon to 1:00PM to meet you and sign copies of her book for you!

Gardening and farming experts will be on hand to share tips, including Sonoma Compost. And in-house gardening experts can answer your questions about spring and summer planting, and more.

Mark your calendars for this special event December 12 from 1:00-3:00PM at the popular Baker Creek Seed Bank, located in the elegant and historic Sonoma County National Bank building in the heart of the Petaluma’s retail district, at Petaluma Blvd. North and Washington Ave. Come enjoy an informal booksigning in this lovely building, known for its 30-foot high hammered-metal ceilings, ornate lights and fixtures, and enormous windows.

Plant Whatever Brings You Joy is fast emerging as a perfect gift for those you love. Readers are frequently buying multiple copies for friends and family. Take advantage of this opportunity to get a signed copy directly from author Kathryn Hall as a special Christmas present for someone you love!

You are invited to join Kathryn Hall, author of Plant Whatever Brings You Joy: Blessed Wisdom from the Garden at the lovely Grace Hudson Museum for a women’s workshop to learn more in-depth how to use her book as a tool for introspective work and personal transformation. Participants are asked to bring their own copy of the book as entrance. [Please see newest review here.] Copies are available on-site at the Grace Hudson Museum Store, at Three Sisters and at the Mendocino Book Company. Dress comfortably, please. We will be using the lovely smaller conference room, which overlooks the garden behind Grace Hudson’s Sun House. There is also a native plant garden at the museum, about which Kathryn has written. See post here.

Copperfield’s Books has a wonderful program that allows authors to meet local readers. Thanks to all who joined me in the lovely town of Calistoga Saturday afternoon. I enjoyed meeting you in person, answering questions and endorsing your copy of Plant Whatever Brings You Joy. Thank you! xoxo

Copperfield’s Books has a wonderful program that allows authors to meet local readers. I enjoyed meeting you in person, answering questions and endorsing your copy of Plant Whatever Brings You Joy. As this book has been recognized as an excellent gift book you might want to consider buying an extra copy for someone you love! Christmas is coming! Thank you. xoxo

The 34th Annual John Druecker Memorial Rhododendron Show & Plant Sale will be held at Dana Gray Elementary School, 1197 Chestnut Street, Fort Bragg, California on April 30 & May 1, 2011. “Oldies But Goodies” is this year’s theme.

This is a juried show, one of the largest on the west coast with over 700 entries including rhododendron flowers, pictures, bonsai and arrangements. Entries may be brought to the cafeteria on April 30 between 7:00 and 9:00 am. Members will be available to assist in filling out the short entry forms. Selections are awarded ribbons by judges from outside the area between 9:00 and 1:30. The show then opens to the public until 5:00 on Saturday, and from 10:00 to 3:30 on Sunday. Local nurserymen from Celeri & Son, Descanso, Forest Lane and Heartwood nurseries will be on hand at the sale to help select plants from 9 to 5 on Saturday, and 10 to 4 on Sunday. Additionally there will be a beautiful garden scene, an ongoing raffle, refreshments, educational displays and more!

Event: Author Booksigning
Date: Saturday, October 9th
Time: 2:00PM
Place: Readers Books
130 E. Napa St.
Sonoma, CA
Many thanks to all who joined us for this lovely booksigning which took place in the Readers’ Garden on the back patio of Readers Books in beautiful downtown Sonoma, one block off the main square! This wine and cheese affair was sponsored by Frey Vineyards of Redwood Valley.
Information: (707) 939-1779

Deepest gratitude to all who joined us at this thriving bookshop in the lovely village of Mendocino, overlooking the ocean! It was a wonderful evening, and the many folks who attended and all the folks at Gallery Bookshop were warm, welcoming and supportive! I was particularly thrilled to receive the following note from owner Christie Olson Day yesterday: “Your book was our #1 bestseller for last week.” Thank you so much!!